A New York Yankees minor leaguer has received death threats for a controversial at-bat, according to NJ.com.

Matt Lipka, who plays for the Yankees’ Double-A affiliate Trenton Thunder, bunted in the ninth inning to break up a combined no-hitter being tossed by the Hartford Yard Goats pitching staff. The 27-year-old outfielder broke one of baseball’s infamous unwritten rules — the general belief is that bunting is a cheap, unsportsmanlike way to break up a no-hitter.

The Yankees are reportedly investigating the death threats made against Lipka to decide if further measures need to be taken.

Lipka succeeded, reaching first base safely. Following the game, he began receiving death threats as his bunt gained national attention.

Lipka’s bunt came with one out in the ninth inning, with the Thunder trailing 3-0. After Lipka reached base safely, the Thunder needed just one more base-runner to bring the tying run to the plate. Yet, that apparently crossed a line for the Yard Goats with both benches promptly clearing with the conclusion of the game.

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